Category COVID-19 campus response
Positive COVID-19 test reporting for UW–Madison employees
As part of our Smart Restart reopening plan, UW–Madison has developed protocols for what to do when individuals working, living or learning on campus test positive for COVID-19.
For Students: Planning Your Start to Fall Semester
Vice Chancellor Reesor shares important information and resources with students as they prepare to start the fall semester.
University-sponsored travel restrictions extended until further notice
Due to public health concerns related to COVID-19, all university-sponsored travel outside of Wisconsin or by air within the state remains cancelled until further notice. These restrictions are in place for all employees, students and registered student organizations (RSOs).
Preparations to begin July 30 on Henry Mall for COVID-19 testing site
That site will be open for non-motorized-vehicle arrivals beginning on August 6 and for non-motorized-vehicle and vehicle arrivals ("drive-up") testing on August 11.
UW–Madison will not require standardized test scores for fall 2020 applicants
Through a waiver of University of Wisconsin System admissions policy, prospective freshman applying this fall to UW–Madison will not be required to submit ACT or SAT scores. The university will go before the board in August to seek a longer-term waiver of the test requirement.
Chancellor Blank shares update on Smart Restart plans
In her latest blog post, Chancellor Blank provides an update on health and safety and other planning for the academic year.
Smart Restart update for UW–Madison employees
Provost Karl Scholz and Vice Chancellor Laurent Heller share more information about campus operations this fall.
Chancellor Blank statement on state agency funding lapse
Chancellor Blank released the following statement on July 22, 2020: “Today’s announcement by Governor Evers and the Department of Administration that state agencies will…
COVID questions: Choosing a mask, food safety
Editor’s note: We will be publishing answers to questions about COVID-19 and the pandemic each week in this COVID questions column. If you have a…
UW–Madison establishes free, campus-wide COVID-19 testing to support campus reopening
Two campus labs are coming together again in support of efforts to provide free COVID-19 testing to the entire campus community. The goal is to identify infections, isolate and care for those who are sick, and limit the spread of the disease.
Lakeshore preserve reduces hours, closes fire circles
To help slow the spread of COVID-19, the Lakeshore Nature Preserve is now open sunrise to sunset and fire circles have been closed.
With UW–Madison support, Wisconsin joins lawsuit against student visa changes
"Our international students are valued members of our community," says Chancellor Blank. "We must do all we can to welcome them here. We will continue work alongside UW System, Attorney General Kaul and state and federal legislators to support international students and advocate for them."
Public Health Madison & Dane County releases new orders requiring face coverings
Effective on Monday, everyone age 5 and older will be required to wear a face covering or mask when in any enclosed building where other people, except for members of the person’s own household or living unit, could be present.
Chancellor Blank statement on new ICE rule
Chancellor Rebecca Blank shared the following statement on Tuesday, July 7. New guidance on Monday, July 6 from the Student and Exchange Visitor Program…
COVID-19 testing: Know before you go
With public demand for COVID-19 diagnostic testing increasing significantly, it is important that patients and the community understand where to seek testing, depending on whether one is experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 or not.
Increase in COVID-19 cases in Dane County prompts new guidelines
Whether you’re staying local or traveling for the holiday weekend, it is important to limit your potential exposure to the virus at this time when cases are increasing locally and across the country.
International student reopening message
We know there are many uncertainties still for our international students, and we acknowledge how stressful it is not having the information you need to make decisions for the fall semester. We assure you that we are listening to your concerns and are working quickly to address the questions we can, provide clarity on those we cannot, and advocate for you in spaces we can influence.
Campus event, travel restrictions extended through August 17
The extension is to help limit the spread of the disease and keep students, faculty, staff and the public safe.
Statement from Chancellor Blank on state funding for COVID-19 expenses
"Any additional funding is important and appreciated as we move to safely reopen campus this fall," Chancellor Blank said. The pandemic has already had a $120+ million impact on our campus operation."
Chancellor Blank’s reopening message to campus
After much deliberation and input from public health experts and all corners of campus, we can announce our plans to welcome students back to campus this fall as scheduled on September 2, with many modifications to protect the health and safety of our campus community.